Retailer Saks Incorporated announced that for the five weeks ended December 30, 2006 compared to the five weeks ended December 31, 2005, total Company comparable store sales increased 11.1%, and total sales increased 13.0%.
Total and comparable store sales for all periods below represent Saks Fifth Avenue Enterprises ("SFAE") and Club Libby Lu sales only. Sales below are in millions and represent owned departments only.
Merchandise categories and businesses with the best sales performances for SFAE in December were women's apparel including contemporary, modern collections, classic sportswear, "gold range," and designer; women's shoes and handbags; jewelry; men's clothing, accessories, and advanced sportswear; fragrances; and Saks Direct.
Categories with the softest performances for SFAE in December were bridal, designer eveningwear, outerwear, and classic men's sportswear.
Saks Incorporated currently operates Saks Fifth Avenue Enterprises (SFAE), which consists of 54 Saks Fifth Avenue stores, 50 Saks Off 5th stores, and saks.com. The Company also operates 62 Club Libby Lu specialty stores.
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